Cleo K. Murphy
December 25, 1928 ~ July 24, 2009
On Friday, July 24, 2009, Cleo K. Murphy (age 80) of Vienna, Virginia passed away at Fairfax Nursing Center. She was the beloved wife of Capt. Joseph Patrick Murphy, U.S. Navy; & loving mother of Mary Grace (Tony) Mandaro, Michelle Murphy-Parker & the late Michael John Murphy. Mrs. Murphy & her family traveled extensively before moving to Vienna in 1969 when her husband was stationed at the Pentagon. She was an extraordinary cook who specialized in Greek cuisine & is the "world's greatest grandmother" to Patrick J. Parker, Kelly M. Parker, Zachary Mandaro & Alexander Mandaro.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Mrs. Murphy I will always picture you and my mother sitting on our front porch in VA talking about anything & everything, but especially how the two of you were going to change this world! I will always remember your beautiful smile, wonderful laugh and the best stuffed grapeleaves in the world! We love you…be at peace…
Cleo, You were always there for me…you were a wonderful friend. I can’t believe that I’m saying goodbye to you. Not goodbye, but until we see each other again. I love you… Maria
Having met Cleo only a few times, but felt we’ve known her for a long time ,Thru my sister Ann. Cleo was just a fine person.
I will always remember our family vacations at Rehobeth Beach with the Murphy clan. Thanks for the memories.
Too many memories to recount.Mary Grace and Michelle, we share your sorrow. Love, Uncle Don and Aunt Jeannette
Mary Grace & Shelly – so sorry to hear about your mom. I loved her so much! She always made us laugh! Michael and I send our love and our prayers. I’ll see you in September. Love – Pam
So sorry to hear of Cleo’s passing. I can still hear her voice and her laugh from when we were kids. She could always put a smile on my face. My heart goes out to you.
Mary Grace and Shell, words can’t say enough.. What a babydoll, so much love, so many good times and always welcomming arms! We love you!! Ollie and Craig
Mary Grace and Michelle, Your mom was such a big part of my familys life. We always loved when Uncle Joe and Aunt Cleo came to visit. She made the greatest Greek dishes and I learned to speak a little Greek thanks to her. She was a “Kukla” and a “jellybean”. So many special moments and memories that I will cherish always. Love you guys so much, Trisha and Michael